The media play an integral role in the way the world perceives America, especially young black men. Its been said, if you say something enough times, it will become true. Therefore, it is important to put the media on notice when they start to propagate negative stereotypes.
Book Review: The Covenant with Black America
How do we deal with many African Americans who feel disenfranchised in today’s society? Do we have viable alternatives in making the American maxim of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, a reality for all?
The Sweet Shade of a Chinaberry Tree
Fascinating from the start, The Sweet Shade of a Chinaberry Tree, by Janice Parrish, is certainly hard to classify. A creative fiction based on the authors own experiences while growing up in Southern States in the tumultuous 1960s a time of great change for America – could also be classified as an inter-racial romance or possibly a drama…
Choosing A Wig – Dispelling The Wig Myths
Despite revolutionary changes in the wig industry and in the way wigs look and feel, many misconceptions about wigs persist. Here are a few of the most common myths.
MYTH #1: Wigs are hot, itchy and uncomfortable.
Not true. Innovations in wig design have resulted in wigs that are lighter and more comfortable than ever before – with many of today’s wigs weighing 2 oz. or less. Thinner wefts (fabric to which fibers are sewn) and lighter cap construction allows for greater…
Choosing A Wig – Face Shape Guide
Let the Face Shape Guide assist you in selecting a style that is perfect for you. Your facial shape is the starting point to choosing a style that flatters you.
To find out the shape of your face, measure it with a tape measure – and write them down:
– Measure your face across the top of your cheekbones.
– Measure across jawline from the widest point to the widest point.
– Measure across forehead to the widest point. Generally the widest point will be about halfway be…
Choosing A Wig – Find Your True Color
Seasons of Beauty: Your skin tone is the starting point to choosing your hair color. First read the guide below and determine your skin tone by “Season”: Spring, Summer, Autumn, or Winter; then choose your best hair colors.
The goal is to find a shade that complements your skin tone and brings out your natural color. A mistake many women make is choosing a color that’s too dark, when in doubt, go a shade lighter. Shop our styles by the colors that complement your skin tone…
United States Regional Cuisine: Soul Food
The history of American soul food can be traced all the way back to the days of slavery. More often times than not, the slaves were given the most undesirable part of the meal, the leftovers from the house. Pairing this with their own home-grown vegetables, the first soul food dishes were invented. After the slaves were freed, most of them were so poor that they could only afford the most undesirable, inexpensive cuts of meat available to them. (The leftover, unwanted parts o…